2238 47th St NW

4,851 Sq. Ft.
$608 / Sq. Ft.
4,851
Sq. Ft.
$608
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this classic center hall colonial offers timeless elegance and modern comfort. Featuring five bedrooms, the home welcomes you with a gracious foyer, flanked by a formal living room with fireplace, a formal dining room with wainscoting and crown molding, and den/library with built-in shelving. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a center island, opening to a breakfast nook overlooking the private backyard. Upstairs,...Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this classic center hall colonial offers timeless elegance and modern comfort. Featuring five bedrooms, the home welcomes you with a gracious foyer, flanked by a formal living room with fireplace, a formal dining room with wainscoting and crown molding, and den/library with built-in shelving. The updated kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a center island, opening to a breakfast nook overlooking the private backyard. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with soaking tub and separate shower. The additional 4 bedrooms on the upper 2 floors offer flexibility for guests, home offices, or creative use. The lower level offers a recreation room with wood burning fireplace, an au-pair or in-law suite, and access to the extra large garage. Enjoy peaceful living with close proximity to the Palisades Farmers Market, MacArthur Boulevard shops, dining, and neighborhood amenities - the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience in this gracious home.
  1. Listed by Jane McDonnell • TTR Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (202)-744-7192 jmcdonnell@ttrsir.com

Property Details for 2238 47th Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
1382//0012
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Colonial
Levels/Stories
4
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/27/2026 04:31 PM

Property Details for 2238 47th Street Northwest

StatusActive
MLS #DCDC2239574
Days on Market55
Taxes$19,021 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 2238 47th Street Northwest

Stories4Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,400 SF

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Property Information for 2238 47th Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: 3rd Party
  • Elementary School: KEY (WASHINGTON DC)
  • ElementarySchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • Middle Or Junior School: HARDY (WASHINGTON DC)
  • MiddleSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • High School: WILSON SENIOR (WASHINGTON DC)
  • HighSchoolSource: 3rd Party
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,398,410
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $1,496,000
  • City Town Tax: $19,021
  • Land Assessed Value: $902,410
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: R-1B
  • Tax Lot: 12
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 5
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 4
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 3
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Total Finished SQFT: 4,851.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 4,851.00
  • Total SQFT: 5,263.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Assessor
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Basement Type: Full, Garage Access, Outside Entrance, Windows, Sump Pump
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Half-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-3, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bathrooms Half-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • # Bathrooms Half: 2
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Soil Types: Manor-Glenelg
  • Parcel ID: 16130404
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Paved Driveway
  • Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Built-Ins, Crown Moldings, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Kitchen - Island, Walk-in Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Count: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating Type: Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Greater Capital Area Association of REALTORS
  • List Agent URL: www.jenniemcdonnell.com

Property History for 2238 47th Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 27, 2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2239574

$2,950,000
Feb 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2239574

$3,125,000
Jun 15, 2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

$1,500,000
May 6, 2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

Apr 12, 2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

$1,795,000
Feb 15, 2001

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

$1,195,000
Oct 30, 2000

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

Jun 19, 2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

$1,250,000
Jul 28, 1999

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC374302

$1,250,000
Jul 28, 1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC374302

$1,250,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/27/2026

Price Change

BRIGHT #DCDC2239574

$2,950,000
02/23/2026

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2239574

$3,125,000
06/15/2002

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

$1,500,000
05/06/2002

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

04/12/2002

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC192334

$1,795,000
02/15/2001

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

$1,195,000
10/30/2000

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

06/19/2000

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC229010

$1,250,000
07/28/1999

Withdrawn

BRIGHT #DCDC374302

$1,250,000
07/28/1999

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC374302

$1,250,000

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Public Records for 2238 47th Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$897,880Additions$1,429,680Total$2,327,560
Tax Record2025$19,021 ($1,585 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6Total Finished SqFt3,836 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,836 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated2002ZoningR-1BCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN1382 0012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2238 47th Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 11
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Key Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hardy Middle School
Public6 to 8

MacArthur High School
Public9 to 11

Duke Ellington School of the Arts
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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2238 47th Street Northwest is a single family home for sale in Washington, DC 20007. This property was listed for sale on February 23, 2026 by TTR Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $2,950,000. It has been on the market for a total of 55 days and was last sold on June 15, 2002. This listing's school district is District Of Columbia Public Schools. Nearby schools include Key Elementary School, Hardy Middle School and MacArthur High School. 2238 47th Street Northwest is a 5-bed, 7-bath, 4,851 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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